Project Manager

Adapture Renewables, Inc. is on a mission to be a leader in this new era of sustainable energy. They are seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage projects, managing project plans, budgets, and schedules while leading a team of project managers and coordinators.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage internal and external resources to execute through development and precon handoff to project team
• Lead contract negotiations with EPCs and drive contract execution process
• Lead project procurement coordination activities (e.g., modules, MPT, HV breakers)
• Assist the development team by providing site risk assessment and mitigation options
• Analyze site for key constructability factors based on constraint data including, but not limited to, environmental risks, easements, wetlands, and pipelines
• Interview, hire, lead, and retain APMs, CMs, and Quality Managers to manage projects from inception to O&M
• Manage project plans and budgets; compile revenue and cash flow forecasts; compile financial reports for executive management and shareholders
• Manage utility requirements and GIA, including substation, switchyard, and T-line construction
• Manage and build BESS projects, including standalone, co-located, and combined configurations
• Drive project schedule to meet contractual EPC milestones, Utility/GIA milestones, ISO COD, and PPA COD deadlines
• Provide support to the precon team on RFP bid reviews and technical documentation, including support in the EPC selection process
• Conduct monthly owner site visits and assessments to monitor and manage construction EPCs
• Implement, monitor, and improve the following systems on a project-by-project basis: Site-specific safety program and site safety audits, Quality management program and QA/QC inspections, Cost management system, Schedule management system
• Lead and coordinate communications with landowners, utilities, and offtakers as needed during construction
• Report on project health regularly to management
• Represent the construction department in relevant development and delivery meetings as required
• Represent the construction department during relevant third-party stakeholder meetings and events as required
• Coordinate weekly one-on-one meetings with the project team

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience managing utility-scale solar PV and BESS construction projects from inception through commercial operation
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience
• PVsyst energy modeling software experience
• Experience with PV utility-scale design, including layouts and single-line diagrams
• Experience with civil design requirements for the development of PV utility-scale projects, including site access, site drainage, and hydrology
• Experience with various PV technologies used in utility-scale projects in the U.S. market
• Experience with resource analysis and performance metrics and KPIs, including leading training and certification processes
• OSHA 30 certification; CPR/First-Aid/AED; SWPPP and erosion control
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder communication skills
• Position requires regular travel to project sites and other company locations